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Recognizing Employee Excellence – Veronica Khrustaleva
When Veronica Khrustaleva was young, she participated in rhythmic gymnastics – a sport in which athletes execute complicated floor routines using one of four versions of an apparatus: hoop, ball, clubs, and ribbon. (It also once included rope, but that has…
Healthline: Try it or Toss it? The Supplements You Need and the Ones You Can Skip
As many as 75% of adults take some type of supplements, which are not regulated by the FDA. Medical experts increasingly believe it might be more helpful to address nutrient deficiencies through dietary changes. Of course, always check with your…
Happy (Belated) Chinese New Year!
Americare had the privilege of participating recently in a Chinese New Year celebration hosted at the Greater New York Social and Health Adult Day Care Center in Flushing, Queens. Attendees – including seniors, elected officials, community activists and more –…
An Update from the Wisconsin #PhytSquad
Phyt Rehab is excited to offer outpatient services for physical, occupational, and speech therapy with Homme Home Wittenberg. Last month, the #PhytSquad in Wisconsin was able to host an open house at their campus gym for individuals interested in learning…
Recognizing Employee Excellence – Charles Pantina
NOTE: This is the first in what will be a regular feature highlighting Americare employees who exemplify our core beliefs of providing highest-quality care and putting patients first. Nurses enter the profession because they’re passionate about caring for others. Americare…
Russian-Language Home Health Aide Training Program Debuts
Americare started a Russian language home health aide training program in the last quarter of 2022 to expand our ability to provide care for New York City’s large elderly Russian population. This program has also provided Americare with an opportunity…
Americare’s On the Air!
As awareness of our high-quality services and skilled staff grows, Americare is in demand. As a result, we need to add more people to our team. We are always looking for compassionate, competent, and caring individuals who want to help…
Another New Office – This Time In Tarrytown!
On the heels of the opening of our new Queens office in Forest Hills this past Tuesday, Elly Kleinman, president, CEO, and founder of The Americare Companies, on Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022 cut the ribbon on the company’s new Westchester…
Americare’s New Queens Office Is Open for Business!
Forest Hills, Queens – At noon on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022, Elly Kleinman, president, CEO, and founder of The Americare Companies, officially cut the ribbon on the company’s new Queens office, which will serve as a training center for home…
Americare Launches Staten Island Office, Provides Free Skills Training for Prospective Home Health Aides
New Location Will Help Meet Growing Demand for Skilled, Dedicated Workers In a Booming Industry With Significant Growth & Career Advancement Opportunities Staten Island, NY – Americare, one of New York’s largest healthcare organizations and a state and national leader…
Americare Wins HCA 2022 Quality and Innovation Award
Americare is honored to accept the 2022 HCA Quality & Innovation Award for our work contributing to and participating in the development of the HCA Pediatric Sepsis tool – a first-in-the-nation tool developed for system-wide use in pediatric home care.…
MedPack Now Offering COVID-19 Testing with Med Bar
MedPack, a division of the Americare companies, has partnered with Med Bar for COVID-19 testing that is open to the public. Now offering tests by appointment only. Tests are reimbursable through most major insurances and cash pay options are available.…
Americare Recognized as Top Performer by HealthFirst Quality Incentive Program for LHCSAS
Americare was recently recognized as a top performer in the 2019-2020 Healthfirst Quality Incentive Program for Licensed Home Care Service Agencies (LHCSAs) for providing excellent service to members. We’re honored to be recognized and appreciate all of the hard work…
Thank You, Rosemarie!
Rosemarie Medina––Americare’s very dedicated Patient Representative Manager––was recently at Yankee Stadium, where they are now giving out vaccines, to educate and provide information about the benefits of help at home and to assess the eligibility of those who were there.…
Bronx Grand Opening!
We celebrated the grand opening of our Bronx office location January 6, 2021. As we build out our office personnel, we’re thrilled to bring more employment opportunities to the Bronx area and look forward to servicing this community in a…
Meet Rachel Plakstis, Americare’s New Director of Pediatric Program
Rachel Plakstis, the new Director of Amerikids––the pediatric division of Americare CSS––presents on zoom to numerous agencies/parent bodies on how Amerikids is assisting families with special needs children get the assistance they need.
‘You Are A Miracle’: Home Care Is New Front In Virus Fight
This article originally ran in the NY Times on April 26, 2020. NEW YORK (AP) — Ruth Caballero paused outside an unfamiliar apartment door, preparing to meet her new patient. She covered the knob with a plastic bag. Put on…
An Important Message on Our Response to the COVID-19 Crisis
Updated May 2021 MedPack Pharmacy, a division of the Americare companies, is now administering Moderna Covid vaccines at 2255 Coleman Street in Brooklyn, NY 11234. No appointments or registration is required, simply walk-in! This service is open to everyone. Updated March 2021 MedPack, a division…
Americare Presents at the NYP/Cornell Caregivers Resource Center
On September 17th, Mrs. Penina Mezei, LCSW, presented to a packed hall of caregivers on “How to Have the Best Home Care Experience: Orienting Your Aide”. The audience enjoyed an interactive 2 hour discussion on the different types of home…
